Front Differential - Rear Drive Lubricant; Driveshaft/Coupling; Front Differential - Rear - Arctic Cat WILDCAT X Service Manual

11. Remove the oil level stick; the oil level must be
within the operating range but not exceeding the
upper mark.
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CAUTION
Do not over-fill the engine with oil. Always make sure
that the oil level is not above the upper mark.
12. Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter
for leaks.

Front Differential - Rear

Drive Lubricant
To check front differential lubricant, use the following
procedure.
1. Remove the level plug; lubricant should be level
with the bottom threads.
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2. If low, remove the fill plug and add SAE approved
80W-90 hypoid gear lube until it appears at the level
plug threads.
To check rear drive lubricant, use the following proce-
dure.
1. Remove the fill plug; the lubricant level should be
level with the bottom of the plug threads.
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2. If low, add SAE approved 80W-90 hypoid gear lube
as necessary.
To change the lubricant, use the following procedure.
1. Place the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove each fill plug.
3. Drain the lubricant into a drain pan by removing the
drain plug from the gear case.
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4. After all the lubricant has been drained, install the
drain plugs and tighten to 45 in.-lb.
5. Pour the appropriate amount of recommended lubri-
cant into the fill hole.
6. Install the fill plug and tighten to 16 ft-lb.
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NOTE: If the lubricant is contaminated with water,
inspect the drain plug, fill plug, and/or bladder.

Driveshaft/Coupling

The following drive system components should be
inspected periodically to ensure proper operation.
A. Spline lateral movement (slop).
B. Coupling cracked, damaged, or worn.
C. Carrier bearings smooth rotation and bearing sup-
ports tight.
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